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Ceredo advance. [volume] (Ceredo, W. Va.) 1885-1939, 1887-07-21
I'll. Willis.

Mr.. Willis is located on Main ST.,
near the Ceredo House, where
he has nice line of general grocery
stock, all of which is new, fresh
and pure. His stock of canned
goods is very complete and the prices
for the same are surprisingly low, as
in fact are the prices on all articles
kept for sale at his store.
Mr., Willis also has a complete stock
tobacco and cigars, coffee. tea, etc,
all of which he offers for sale at fair
living prices for cash.
Mr.. Willis encouraged the AD-
VANCE in the efforts at booming the
town-as indeed, did almost all of
our QUEENSLAND believes that our
advantages are worth making known
abroad. Call on Mr.. Willis for
anything in the grocery line. He
will treat you right and give you a
good bargain.
Ceredo advance. [volume] (Ceredo, W. Va.) 1885-1939, 1887-07-21
Leon G.. Brown.

The Builders Emporium" OF
Leon G. Brown on Third Ave, is
one ofthe busiest places in Hunt
ington. He carries an immense
stock of sash, doors, blinds, window
glass, paints, oils, brushes, nails, sew
er pipe, cement, plaster, and in fact
everything needed in the construc-
ton and finish of a building. Mr..
Brown was formerly of the firm of
n. Brown & Son, whose sash boat
was familiar sight along the Ohio
river. In 1884 he bought out A. b.
Palmer and greatly increased the
stock, having now the largest and
most complete stock of builders ma
terial in the State. Mr.. Brown gives
personal attention to his extensive
business. See Mr.. Brown and he
will save you money.
Ceredo advance. [volume] (Ceredo, W. Va.) 1885-1939, 1887-07-21
Il. w. Foster.

The largest hardware establishment
in this end of the State is that of
b. w. Foster, Cor. Bird Ave. and
9th St. Mr.. Fosters business was
among the earliest established in
the city and it certainly has been
one of the most successful. His
business has grown to vast proper
tons and is still on the increase. He
handles every conceivable article in
hardware as well as stoves, agri-
cultural implements, guns, amuni-
ton, table cutlery, etc, etc. Mr..
Fosters trade is very extensive
throughout this end of the State,
particularly in Cabell and Wayne
counties. II. w. Bloss, formerly of
this place, is one Mr.. Fosters sales
men.
Ceredo advance. [volume] (Ceredo, W. Va.) 1885-1939, 1887-07-21
OUR BUSINESS MEN.
Brief Mention of Ceredo's
Merchants and Others.
j. III. Millcndcr ~ Co.

This firm recently erected large
business block in this place. The
building is 5ox75 #. : stories high
and contains two large store rooms
and one ware room on the ground
floor. This establishment is the
largest in Wayne county and does
an immense business in all depart
ments. One OF the main store
rooms is occupied by the dry goods
department, where all the most
attractive goods in this line may be
found. Ladies fine dress goods are
offered at prices which are only
about one half what the same
quality of goods sold ut n short time
ago. They are constantly receiving
additions TO their stock and our
readers can rely on finding almost
anything they want ut this establish
ment. In summer goods they are
now offering very attractive styles
Mt marvelously low pricess. 5 yds. of
prints for $I.oo is a specimen of the
bargains in this line. Low prices
also prevail in all the other depart
nents-furniture, clothing, boots
and shoes, hats and caps, notions,
hardware, queensware, farming
implements, etc, etc. This firm is
now making a special drive in their
clothing department and customers
can find some rare bargains in this
department.
The other main room on the
ground floor is occupied by the
grocery department, in which
everything in the way of choice
family groceries, canned goods,
provisions etc, are kept in stock
and at the lowest prices. All the
standard grades of coffee, sugar, tea,
etc, are always kept on hand and
are always fresh and pure. Moth
ing is allowed to become stale; in
fact, goods don't have time to get
stale at this place as they are dis
posed of too rapidly. You can find
anything you want at these stores.
Mr.. J. NJ. Rice is the efficient
general manager of this large
establishment and is ably assisted
by Jesse Wright and g I Segur, who
are always polite and attentive to
their army of customers. This place
does 4 business of over $I25 day.
Ceredo advance. [volume] (Ceredo, W. Va.) 1885-1939, 1887-07-21
The Advance.

The ADVANCE is the only paper
published in Ceredo. 1t was found
ed by I. L. McDougal and w. l..
Mansfield and the first number APP
psared Oct 18th, 1855. Mr.. Nc
Dougal subsequently purchased Mr..
Mansfield's interest and is now sole
proprietor. The ADVANCE is n
progressive, independent journal,
devoted to the interests of Wayne
county. 1t is rapidly growing in
circulation and influence and is re-
garded by all parties as the leading
paper in the county.
Ceredo advance. [volume] (Ceredo, W. Va.) 1885-1939, 1887-07-21

hats to order on short notice and
can guarantee to please the most
fastidious.
A first class millinery establishment
has long been needed in this place,
and our lady readers will find this
want fully supplied by this firm.
There is no necessity whatever for
any of our lady readers to go away
from home for anything in this line
as Grothe & Millender are able to
supply the finest materials as well
as those of cheaper quality. We
are pleased to learn that this es-
adjustment is meeting with much
success, and hope the enterprise
will prosper as fully as it deserves.
Ceredo advance. [volume] (Ceredo, W. Va.) 1885-1939, 1887-07-21
James Collier.

Mr.. Collier does an extensive
businessas plasterer. He takes con-
tracts for the largest buildings and
does the work promptly and in a
thoroughly workmanlike manner.
He uses only the best of material
and from his long experience and
skill in his trade is able to guar
antee satisfaction. He does about
all the work in his line that is done
here, which is a good recommend
alton for him and his work.
Ceredo advance. [volume] (Ceredo, W. Va.) 1885-1939, 1887-07-21
Insurance Agency.

About four years ago, in order to
have his printing office material in
sured, the editor ofthis paper accept
ed the agency for n fire insurance
company, since which time many
fire, life and accident companies have
been added to the agency. Now
fire, life or accident insurance can
be placed in the gerry best and SAT
est companies at lowest rates.
Ceredo advance. [volume] (Ceredo, W. Va.) 1885-1939, 1887-07-21
VIM. Chapman.

Mr.. Chapman is admitted by all
TO be one of the best silversmiths in
this part of the country. He learned
the trade thoroughly and has had
long experience. He cleans and
repairs watches, clocks and jewelry,
and docs the same well and at very
moderate rates. He is the only me-
chanic in this line in Ceredo, and
our readers can take their work to
him with confidence in his ability.
Ceredo advance. [volume] (Ceredo, W. Va.) 1885-1939, 1887-07-21
w. w. Miller.

This gentleman is an accomplish
ed and experienced civil engineer
and surveyor. During the time
that he has been located here Mr.
Miller has done considerable work
in professional way and always to
the satisfaction of his patrons. He
makes specially of map-drawing
and those desiring plats of farms,
mines, etc, will find Mr.. Miller able
to make them promptly, accurately
and neatly.
Ceredo advance. [volume] (Ceredo, W. Va.) 1885-1939, 1887-07-21
G.. w. Canterbury.

Mr.. Canterbury has been in Ce-
redo for three years, during which
time he has built up good bust
ness as boot and shoe maker. His
shop and residence is on East Ist
street, where he is prepared to do
good honest work at very moderate
prices. He also does repairing.
The writer has had work made by
Mr.. Canterbury and can say that he
always gives satisfaction.
Ceredo advance. [volume] (Ceredo, W. Va.) 1885-1939, 1887-07-21
Geo. w. Kirk.

The leading photographer Of this
section Of the State, has been 13
years in the business and all the time
keeping up with all the great i'm
provements Of his progressive cal
ling Mr.. Kinks work is executed
in the finest style, his experience
and skill as an artist enabling him
to guarantee entire satisfaction to
all his patrons.
Ceredo advance. [volume] (Ceredo, W. Va.) 1885-1939, 1887-07-21
Grothe & MiIIendor.

This firm is composed Of Mrs.
Lizzie Grothe and Miss Ida Millen-
der, who may be found in their
rooms in the Mllender block where
they make a tasteful display Of
millinery goods Of all kinds from
the cheapest up TO the finest grades.
The experience and well known
good taste Of these ladies enable
them to place before their customers
the very latest and correct styles Of
goods in all departments Of their
trade. They arc prepared 10 trim
Ceredo advance. [volume] (Ceredo, W. Va.) 1885-1939, 1887-07-21
j. o. Adams.

Mr.. Adams is also located in the
Opera Block where he offers a full
line Of choice family groceries at
greatly reduced prices. lie is at
present making special bargains in
croquet sets, hammocks, and base
ball goods. Lovers Of croquet and
baseball will find Nj. Adams able
to furnish everything necessary for
these popular games at surprisingly
low prices compared with last sea
son.
Ceredo advance. [volume] (Ceredo, W. Va.) 1885-1939, 1887-07-21
Jacob IIiltbruner.

Mr.. Hiltbruner manufactures tin
ware of all kinds at his shop on b
street, near w. S. Napier & Co.'S
store. Mr.. Hiltbruner is one of our
deserving citizens and our people
should bestow their patronage up
on him when wanting anything in
his line. His work is all made of
the best of material and is warranted
to be substantial in every respect.
Ceredo advance. [volume] (Ceredo, W. Va.) 1885-1939, 1887-07-21
Irving Cook.

The only restaurant in Ceredo is
that conducted by the above named
gentleman. lie is prepared to fur
nish lunches and meals at all hours.
When IN need Of Square meal. %
give Mr. Cook call lie has
opened a lemonade stand also, and
can furnish this delightful cooling
drink, made in the best Of style.
Also birch beer, ginger ale, etc.
y fine stock Of tobacco and cigars
Ceredo advance. [volume] (Ceredo, W. Va.) 1885-1939, 1887-07-21
Jacob L. Miller.

Dealerin dry goods, notions, cloth
ing, gents furnishing goods, etc, is
located in the Davis Opera Block,
3rd Avenue. Mr.. Miller is former
resident of Ceredo and invites his
many old acquaintaeces in this
county to call and see him when in
Huntington. They will find him
ready to supply the best goods at
the lowest prices.
Ceredo advance. [volume] (Ceredo, W. Va.) 1885-1939, 1887-07-21
Gem Restaurant.

This populor place, Of which Os-
car Jones is the proprietor, is To-
Gated on 3rd Ave, where he furn-
ishes the best meal to be had any
where in the State. Give the "Gem'
a call and you will say SO.
Ceredo advance. [volume] (Ceredo, W. Va.) 1885-1939, 1887-07-21
Mrs. Edna IIantlley.

Mrs. Handley announces to the
ladies of Ceredo and vicinity that
she is prepared to do dress making
in fir>t-class style on short notice
and at reasonable rates.
Ceredo advance. [volume] (Ceredo, W. Va.) 1885-1939, 1887-07-21
w. Nj. EOucll.

Mr.. Fouch is one of our most ex-
perienced carpenters and is prepar-
ed to do work in his line thoroughly
and on short notice. Give him a
call when needing carpenter work.
Ceredo advance. [volume] (Ceredo, W. Va.) 1885-1939, 1887-07-21

always kept on hand; also boiled
eggs, ham sandwiches, etc.
The diamond drill. (Crystal Falls, Iron County, Mich.) 1887-1996, 1887-12-17

Corn-meal was made up In every con-
ceivable form, but batter-bread seemed
to be the favorite compound. Cow-peas
and rice were mixed when cooked, and
called tom and Jerry" "Confederate"
fruit cake was made Of -four II one could
procure it--meal, IL not-sorghum and
minced dried apples. jeff Davis" pies,
mixture of sorghum and eggs, were
quite popular, and fig, peach, ounce,
pear, plum, apple and citron preserves
were made with sorghum. Indeed, sor-
ghum reigned supreme, and In many
cases those who cultivated Il realized
from s., 200 to $4,000 per acre (Confeder-
ate money! from It's sale. II was very
sweet and sticky condiment. and re-
greet 10 state that never hear any men
ton Of the Confederacy but straightway
springs up In my mind very vivid rec
objection of that black, cloying and lily
refined molasses. Parched rye and
'goober" peas (peanuts) were used by
some for coffee. but sweet potatoes, cut
In cubes, dried In the oven and then
AAtAAtt htNhhth w VIC AtE hlbth Win hhN
highest favor as substitute. Dried
raspberry leaves were used for tea.
Wheat became so scarce that biscuit,
light bread and cake made from flour
we're esteemed the greatest delIcacies,
and for a time, near the close Of the war,
-four was so rare In our section that
the only dish we could devise for my
invalid mother was ''panada," made
Of bareback ffar inferior in quality
to that OF the Northern soldiery)
softcned with boiling water and sweet
cned with a morscl Of our small and
precious store OF sugar. This small
quantity OF sugar and pound Of tea
my father found great difficulty In pro
curing, and for them he paid the sum Of
$3.50.
Money had deprecated to a wonderful
extent, and prices were so high that cut
Of the period represented lady going 70
shop with a small basket upon her arm
with which to bring home the purchased
The diamond drill. (Crystal Falls, Iron County, Mich.) 1887-1996, 1887-12-17


A dilapidated-looking man accompanied
by bright boy wandered into Castle Garden.
New York, recently and told remarkable
story. August Larsen and his son, Bernard,
aged nine years, arrived in New York In May,
1886. from Sweden, ON the City of Chicago,
and went 10 Chicago, and after six months 10
Joliet, where father and son obtained en-
ployment In a stone quarry. About four
months ago rock fell on August, breaking
his arm In several places and otherwise in
tunng him. Ater lying In a hospital for a
long time, he and Bernard started to walk 10
New York, leaving Chicago on the 9th Of last
month. They walked every step Of the way,
and presented a sorry sight Larsen has t27
and they will be taken back 90 his native
land nhxt week. Meantime they will re-
main In Nhe Garden. The boy has learned
English. ~ that he speaks almost like an
American. Y Az a reward for their pluck the
pedestrians Aere presented with good-sised
purse made u}p by the attaches OF the Garden.
The diamond drill. (Crystal Falls, Iron County, Mich.) 1887-1996, 1887-12-17

IND pelIsse trimmed with bands Of
sheed green feathers, woven by her own
fair fingers. and the costume when COM
plete was handsome enough for the we'd
ding travelling suit OF a young princess.
The bridegroom. soldier, we after
ward learned. found II quite impossible
70 obtain for himself a fitting wedding
suit. SO his mother, In spirit Of emula-
tion aroused by the achievement Of the
bride, completely turned-even 70 the
button-h oles--and renewed for him an
old broadcloth suit he had worn previous
TO the war. making Il look as II fresh
from the shop.
Feather-work was largely engaged In
BY the ladies, and handsome dress and
wrap trimmings. as well as mural adorn-
ments, were formed from t. The handi-
work Of two Virginia sisters In the line
Of feather fans was well known through
out the whole Confederacy. and they re-
ceived high prices for these really beauti-
full products Of their skill
Handsome ornaments for hats, such as
aIgrettes. flowers, cords, tassels, &c, were
also wrought by delicate hands from
cornshucks and palmetto.
Rag-bags and attics were 'ransacked
everywhere, old treasures WIRE pn-
earthed, and many pretty gown fash
Toned from long abandoned material.
Dyeing was an industry much prac-
ticed, and all dye materials were highly
prized. Black walnut gave a rich brown
dye. swamp maple clear purple, one
species Of oak an excellent yellow and
madden red. Wild indigo, pokeberries
and many other natural dyes were also
used
Knitting was carried on to Q wonder
full extent, not only for the soldier Boys
who were well remembered in socks,
visorss for protecting the head, under
vests and drawers, but also for the
family.
The little winter skirts and stockings
worn by myself and little sister V
knit by my faithfu3 nanny from ~
wool and old wooden garment
she had habit OF picking up ~
serted camp-grounds or ~, rcf slD
CHANGED TO find them. Thee she would
cleanse thoroughly and then srrna,,,, q
to the same process as that resor,cket.
for my homespun gown. sed
Dainty needlework. lace workly sw,
crochet, for all Of which Southern Hlr'F
are so justly famed, were used by the
for identifying their h6memadp ;bfs
often homespun garments. - y, NJ
One thin, cream-colorea .gowh,y Pf
foreign weaae, made over ffQp 6gfand-
mothers wedding robe, which recall,
was handsomely embroidereds.by. q
young lady with strands Of scarlet silk
drawn from the fringe of China crepe
shawl.
Where bacon, corn-meal, sorghum, rice
and cow-peas formed the thly supplies
for the table, problem was presented to
housekeepers as to the means Of provid-
ing appetizing and attractive meals
The diamond drill. (Crystal Falls, Iron County, Mich.) 1887-1996, 1887-12-17
A rrouRArrvE oouRrsnrp.

The young proprietor OF bee farm said
that his operations embraced about 125
pounds Of honey per night, He married on
the strength Of this assertion, but OH wifely
investigation was forced to admit that he
only referred TO their courtship. She forgave
him; but he was closely pressed. wasn't he ?
The diamond drill. (Crystal Falls, Iron County, Mich.) 1887-1996, 1887-12-17
MORE WAYS THAN ONE, rro.

Senator Evarts startled Washington the
other day by appearing there in a new hat.
"Where there's will there's way" He
has never been able 10 abbreviate his sem
tsnces by punctuation, so he takes this method
Of becoming a gentleman Of 1.-THE period"
The diamond drill. (Crystal Falls, Iron County, Mich.) 1887-1996, 1887-12-17
AN EXPENSIVE SOVEREIGN.

AN EXPENSIVE SOVEREIGN.
Old King Csal
II mercenary soul,
And a mercenary soul is he;
For when the wind blows
And It halls and II SHOWS.
He's as costly as q king can be.
The diamond drill. (Crystal Falls, Iron County, Mich.) 1887-1996, 1887-12-17
NornINo AMY ABOUT vuLoARITr.

How disagreeable must II be to Ninny Van
zandt TO reflect, in her enforced fast, that
her constitution Is robust enough 10 support
her for days TO come. She can't be ethereal.
Grossncss does not volatilize.
The diamond drill. (Crystal Falls, Iron County, Mich.) 1887-1996, 1887-12-17
A NOBLE TRAM
A Follower OF Kosruth End
In an Almshons.

"A Follower OF kOsNuth End
I'm an Aimshous.
Among those who came 10
Kossuth In 1851. says an Am
and accompanied him on
tour OF this country, was II
ski, a Polish nobleman, OF
Of the Russian conhscation
Count Zcwotski had been
poleon's army. He witnI
Of Moscow and shared IT.
treat Of the French army
capital. He was AZ Wa
three months az 81. Hele
OF Napoleon's. His esta
hscated In Poland, he
Hungary on the uprisir
failure Of the movement
the country.
Count Zewotski did u
with Kossuth, bat wer
made a fortune there, /
LEFT California with the
INK 20 France. He wa
Lincoln's call for trooI
listed, although he was
He was assigned 20 Oh
Regiment. lie served
Since 1865 he has eng
suits. but misfortune q
and now, at the age Of
inmate Of the Bcrks
whore he has been for yei
I'm the almshouso du
months, but tramps abo,
pays an annual visit 81
Baltimore, and passed q
the other day on his tram
Il the image Of Walt WI
The diamond drill. (Crystal Falls, Iron County, Mich.) 1887-1996, 1887-12-17

The reason Of many failures Is explained.
The young man looking at the prospects Of
an enterprise says. Ihave half mind 10 try
IT," He then proceeds on this principle.
The diamond drill. (Crystal Falls, Iron County, Mich.) 1887-1996, 1887-12-17

A contemporary speaks slightingly Of the
ballet girls; II says they put on airs. Don't
discourage them for Heavens sake; let them
put on something. [Ccpyriohted.l
The diamond drill. (Crystal Falls, Iron County, Mich.) 1887-1996, 1887-12-17

We all agree In saying that John L. sulli-
van before his trip TO England was be-
nighted man. But the wonder Is will he
come back 70 US beknighted2
The diamond drill. (Crystal Falls, Iron County, Mich.) 1887-1996, 1887-12-17
A KNELL on ILLUSION.

1t Is not always happiness
When laughter does the most abound,
For thus do cynic roues express.
The culver Of some ancient wound.
The diamond drill. (Crystal Falls, Iron County, Mich.) 1887-1996, 1887-12-17
A Ia ono. rnANoIs rnAIN.

Our extremists usually go too far. They
have no following beyond their own coat
tails.
The diamond drill. (Crystal Falls, Iron County, Mich.) 1887-1996, 1887-12-17

We feign the good Of vanished days,
BY mockeries resembling e.;
Hypocrisy TO virtue pays
A tribute, by assembling II.
The diamond drill. (Crystal Falls, Iron County, Mich.) 1887-1996, 1887-12-17

EsrEcrALLy ~ THEY ARE Puonrsrs.
When bigger men infiict the gloom
officers and taunts provoking,
How naturally we assume
That they are only jokingi
The diamond drill. (Crystal Falls, Iron County, Mich.) 1887-1996, 1887-12-17

"Ah Sin" and "Wun Lung" ought 10 be
very dear to us--they are our bosom friends
The diamond drill. (Crystal Falls, Iron County, Mich.) 1887-1996, 1887-12-17

We hear that " thought Is the lightning Of
thesoul." This explains the expression strik-
ing thought"
The diamond drill. (Crystal Falls, Iron County, Mich.) 1887-1996, 1887-12-17
Rad ORTHODOXY.

To tell woman that she can't
Is faulty orthodoxy;
For Dad said no. So Miss Van Zandt
Got married then by proxy.
The diamond drill. (Crystal Falls, Iron County, Mich.) 1887-1996, 1887-12-17

Pray tell US why chilling frost
Sometimes surprises May days;
Or II It's stolen. strayed or lost,
This brand-new South Of Grady's.
The diamond drill. (Crystal Falls, Iron County, Mich.) 1887-1996, 1887-12-17

,Xn<.tt4thcfi my ram
skets and ell available
was very novel and pre-
lived In the pine-regiorI
light from the picturn>
glow Of piQe-knots, but
chickering's as TO
upon Reyes II reading,
sewing was attempted.
Envelopes we're alwaye
made to do double DIV
letters were written in
writing was erased (usua
of an old rubber-shoel
paper used for the reply
School-books Of an ar.
brought to light, and
schools but one text-bQ
kind was used for an en-
the pupils OF another c
haps, each supplied with a.
book on the same subject.
The greater number Of
agents OF the time were prd
ladies, for regular drugs hd
contraband, and were exec
TO procure. Flaxseed, dried
slippery-elm and such Oh
remedies as the country q
kept on hand In most fami
herbs were largely cultivat
times the simplest remedies,I
water or shuck-tea, were md
timely and efficient turn.
Sick and wounded soldier
mon inmates of private dive
roll of lint and bandages
kept with the medicine rea,
diate use.
And thus, woman, In eve
as faithful nurse, cheerful
the house, loving worker FOL
and brave bearer Of the grea
privation wrought by war,
with the soft and steady bi
star during the dark and tro
of the Confedsracy.
JENNIE
The diamond drill. (Crystal Falls, Iron County, Mich.) 1887-1996, 1887-12-17

@1.. ...'. ~
articles. wpiIea little negro pos
= wheeibsrrow load OF 10
money At her side with WIN On
them
Inc subject OF lights was
which u was found diincut g
Iailow was used freely durin{
years Of the war; old candle-I
brought out from their hiding
put TO use, and "faliow dips NJ
familiar 70 US - they had pf
loreiathers. But the source
TOT these lights OF other days
came exhausted ana womans
was again put to the test. Lard
been IN frequent use' ana iavo
was saucer or can niieo
melted substance wherein noateu
ing sycamore DALI ~ 700, was
scarce, however ana no" mas
DC evolved.
The diamond drill. (Crystal Falls, Iron County, Mich.) 1887-1996, 1887-12-17

Rider Haegard Is coming over here TO ride
hobby-an English hobby. He proposes
70 lecture II he journeys among some Of
the 'hArd-pan" communities Of our realistic
oocIdent he win return "Haggard Rider"